Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Student Protests Erupt in New Delhi
Students in New Delhi are protesting because they believe there have been unfair exam leaks and other problems in the education system.
They are blocking roads and shouting slogans to get the government's attention.
They want the education minister to resign and for the exams to be fair.
The prime minister has said he will set up special courts to punish those responsible for the leaks, but the protesters want more changes.
Protesters blocked roads and raised slogans against the government and police in New Delhi.
Demonstrators demanded the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks.
Protesters allege police are not engaging in dialogue and are not serving the public.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts to punish those involved in paper leaks.
Protests have been ongoing for nearly a month, with demonstrators coming from various states.
- Who
- Student protesters and activists
- What
- Protests against exam paper leaks and systemic issues in the education sector
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Tolstoy Marg and Janpath, New Delhi
- Why
- To demand resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, exam reforms, and police accountability
Protesters' Demands
Government Response
Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
Protesters' Demands
Protesters demand the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks.
Government Response
Government has not yet responded to the demand for resignation.
Police Conduct
Protesters' Demands
Protesters allege police are not serving the public and are not engaging in dialogue.
Government Response
Government has not publicly addressed the allegations against the police.
Exam Reforms
Protesters' Demands
Protesters demand reforms in the examination system to prevent future leaks and fair evaluation.
Government Response
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the setup of fast-track courts to punish those involved in paper leaks.
- Location
- Tolstoy Marg and Janpath, New Delhi
- Date
- Wednesday
- Key Demands
- Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, exam reforms, police accountability
- Protest Duration
- Nearly a month
- Government Response
- Announcement of fast-track courts for paper leak cases